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University of Massachusetts-Amherst

Amherst, MAPublic23,671 undergradsCommon App
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Acceptance rate
59.7%
SAT middle 50%
1310–1500
ACT middle 50%
30–33
Next deadline
Jan 15
Application fee
$90

✓ From the official admissions page
Nov 5, 2026 Early Action Non-binding Closed
Jan 15, 2027 Regular Decision Non-binding 66 days left
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“Early Action* Application Deadline November 5”
Source: umass.edu · checked Nov 10, 2026 · How we check

Application Common Application, SlideRoom (Department of Art portfolio, for Art applicants)
Testing Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Essays 4 essay prompts listed on the official page
Fee $90

Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.

Department of Art (BFA/BA in Art, portfolio required) Portfolio via SlideRoom; deadlines same as university application. Students without a portfolio may enter as Exploratory Track - Humanities Separate admission BFA/BA in Art (Department of Art) Portfolio of 12-15 digital images of original artwork submitted via SlideRoom; required for BFA Art & Design, BFA Art Education, and BA Art Portfolio · Early Action: Novemb

In-state tuition
$18,487
Out-of-state tuition
$41,759
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$80,486
6-year graduation
81%
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